Mastercard Acquires Zerohash Securing Regulated Stablecoin Settlement Infrastructure Control
The $2 billion acquisition integrates a regulated, API-based crypto-settlement network, strategically repositioning Mastercard to coordinate T+0 institutional and B2B stablecoin payment flows.
European Risk Board Mandates Strict Enforcement against Non-Compliant MiCA Stablecoins
CASPs must immediately operationalize MiCA Article 94 to cease all services involving non-compliant stablecoins, mitigating systemic risk exposure.
SWIFT Launches Blockchain Ledger for Global 24/7 Cross-Border Payments
SWIFT's introduction of a blockchain-powered shared ledger fundamentally redefines global payment infrastructure, enabling instantaneous, always-on cross-border transactions for enhanced operational efficiency and strategic agility across financial institutions.